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TextNational Preparedness Month: When to Evacuate
Should I Stay or Should I Go?
Do you know when to evacuate or shelter in place?
Here’s your daily tip for National Preparedness Month:
Depending on your circumstances and the nature of the event the first important decision is whether you stay put or get away. You should understand and plan for both possibilities.
- Staying put – in some situations, it may be best to stay where you are and avoid uncertainty outside. When staying put, it is best to have a pre-assembled kit in place and to also know the steps to “Shelter in Place and Seal the Room”.
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Getting Away (or Evacuating) – Other conditions may
require an evacuation. Plan for alternate routes before the
emergency occurs and designate meeting locations with families
and friends in case you are separated.
- Pay attention to local emergency management and public safety officials and evacuate when asked. Evacuation information and orders will be disseminated to residents in numerous ways.
More information: Deciding to Stay or Go
For
questions and information, contact the Office of Emergency Management:
- Phone: 571-350-1000, TTY 711 / Fax: 571-350-1050 / E-Mail
- Register for Alerts
National Preparedness Month 2011
National Preparedness Month (NPM) is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Ready Campaign. NPM is held each September and its goal is to:
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Increase public awareness about the importance of preparing for
emergencies
- Encourage individuals to take action
September 2011 is the eighth annual NPM. The month will focus on important preparedness steps:
The Campaign’s Web sites (ready.gov and listo.gov) and toll-free numbers (1-800-BE-READY and 1-888-SE-LISTO) provide Americans with free emergency preparedness information
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